@@Sayo.451 Yeah man shes been great so far i was actually looking at the Ninja 500 before i got it. Both platforms are great for mastering the basics though.
@@Sayo.451btw in some part of the video, your camera is showing a red shade at the right side of the video. Just helping you out if you don’t know or not.
your a safer rider than most other youtube chanels. most other riders aren't leaving enough space in front of them and they don't drive the speed limit.
@@wes2469honestly I do speed on my bike, but I speed when I have big openings and i dont speed in inner cities. When there's traffic or signs of cars nearby. I chill and roll with traffic. I see alot of bike crashes that occur because bikes don't give enough space and aren't expecting thr worst. I get it, cars shouldn't be doing that anyways.. but at the end, it's your job to take care of yourself. So I always ride safe
I've absolutely fallen in love with this bike and it's my dream ! Bc of a recent epilepsy diagnosis I still have to wait 5 years to get a licence but best belive it's gonna be for this one ! I'm exited to save up for it and finally get on it 😂
@shadowtales1963 this bike is the ultimate best all arounder. It gives you a little of everything all whole being comfortable! You're going to love it so much. I hope everything goes well and smooth for you! Best wishes!
I have short in seam and absolutely love my 40th 500. 4500km on her and no issues. I'm about to fit Road 6 tyres so I won't be selling mine anytime soon (196kmh top speed on mine and I am thinking of going 2 teeth bigger on the rear to see if it will rev limit in 6th)
@@Grace-d3y glad you like it!. I have a stupid obsession with bikes now lol so get ready for that once you get on one. Anything on 2 wheels will do! Excited for you and thanks alot!
@@Qrides nice! I'm excited for you! Zx6r is definitely the next bike I'd upgrade to as well once I do. Don't know when the day will be or if it does or not but I'm excited for you!
I'm from Brazil and I recently bought a Ninja 500. And I must say that the sound of your motorcycle's exhaust is incredible. What model do you use? Can you share? And the wind shield? Where did you buy it?
I run a full TOCE exhaust. It rumbles and gives a deep growl. I currently have the db killer in atm. Also the windscreen is fun aliexpress. I have videos on the exhaust and links posted on my other videos of the windscreen
@@henriqbdo www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805986863322.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.3.6339NRxrNRxr40&algo_pvid=292e6b16-3144-4b75-ac0b-d39488a8e2b1&algo_exp_id=292e6b16-3144-4b75-ac0b-d39488a8e2b1-1&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21159.99%2194.39%21%21%21159.99%2194.39%21%40210307c017280788288467982e6a12%2112000036121052404%21sea%21US%216100268165%21X&curPageLogUid=L4gJdOYrXt1z&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A hopefully this works.
No way found someone that rides in my area with a good camera and mic setup and riding my soon to be bike as well!!! New to the hobby, hoping to find people in the area doing content creation.
@Sayo.451 ohh I know I can't wait to pull mine back out its been little cold n icy to ride also 10 bucks for a full tank insane also the bike looks remarkable healthy n sounds amazing for a bike thats almost 30yrs old
Im 5 flat, inseam 27, I jut bought ninja 500 2025 as my first bike. im learning with that bike. And I lowered it for 4 inches. Hopefully once I am better in riding I can put it back on its original.
@@katiekit1216 it takes a little bit to get use to. My inseam is the same. I would like to lower it just bit but I'm so use to it now that I'm just rolling with it. Good luck and ride safe!
Hello, thx for the video. I'm still hesitating between the Ninja 500 or CBR500R as a beginner bike. How did you removed 20 pounds to it ? The weigth aspect might make me go for the Kawa over the Honda
@@Platon1111 I swapped the tail tidy(the huge license plate holder that sticks out in the back) and I took off the stock exhaust! Also a few more stuff but I don't remember at this moment if being honest! Haha. The weight forsure is a big factor and deciding between these two. The lightness of the ninja 500 just makes me feel so comfortable and confident doing anything. From reversing, slow u turns.. leaning and such. It all just feels so easy
+50 lbs, + $1200 USD, in exchange for its weight it gets larger dual disk front brakes and USD forks. I doubt there's any appreciable improvements to either handling or braking vs the Ninja 500.
The cfmoto450 was what I forgot.... I think I forgot it because it's a pretty good bike too so there wasn't much to pick on except how reliable the brand is and just like the KTM, idk anything about it so I won't assume lol
hope this works! www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805986863322.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.5.6339gZo0gZo0Lx&algo_pvid=9ee07239-603d-48d7-b2a3-b2a739696bac&algo_exp_id=9ee07239-603d-48d7-b2a3-b2a739696bac-2&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21159.99%2194.39%21%21%21159.99%2194.39%21%402101fb0e17282468076051020e6ea0%2112000036121052404%21sea%21US%216100268165%21X&curPageLogUid=v7GsM07FIqmL&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A
@@genjiplays-i1i definitely cannot go wrong with a used ninja 400. You can probably find some used ninja 500s right now for similar price depending on location. But the ninja 400s and 500s are very similar with the ninja 500 just pulling a bit faster
@@circofx dji osmo action 4! Amazing camera. I haven't even been able to work out the best settings yet. Still playing around with it. Other youtubers perfected it way better than what I've can so far
I'm going to the dealership later today to check it out, how much did you pay in the end for it? I'm new to this and really want a ninja 500, they quoted me through email for about 7.5k
@@sayvory depending on dealership fees and not, that comes to about right. You can probably find cheaper dealerships or you might run into more expensive ones. My base model abs was quoted on the phone at 6.4k out the the door but it definitely didn't end up to that lol. It did come around 7 something. But I pulled the trigger because I didn't have real road experience and it was close to my home so I bought it due to the location of the place. But I don't think that's a bad price. Like I said tho, I'm sure you can finder better deals if you shopped around longer.
Not sure about the 500 being a beginner but def a light weight 375 lb bike yes. I have seen people go out of control on a full size 110 cc bike and crash because they have NO idea how a throttle works. If you dont have the mental capacity to control a throttle, you should not be on a bike.
@@mrvjekii if you ask people who are really into statistics and such, they'll probably tell you yes. But if you ask every day casual riders like me - it just pulls a bit faster. Imo of course.
Honestly, On a parallel twin motor - most exhaust sounds very similar. Kinda why i went for the full Toce exhaust. Gives a deeper rumble to it. I started on the leo vince gp corsa evo slip on and if i could go back, I'd probably get like the istunt slip on or whatever lol. Now my $250 slip on just sits in the garage and i dont wanna sell it just incase.
Yeah, I heard the U.S got the best version of the ninja 500s! It's a shame because this bike is lovely! Everyone deserves to have it at full potential. The restrictions makes almost no sense as it's not even that big. Ride safe brother!
@@christaguacta6675 It's a toce full exhaust. Checkout my mods video with links for any other mods. ua-cam.com/video/BjNDsUaLIdo/v-deo.htmlsi=DK-Tr4PmAng2_BNV
How'd you get it in that color? It looks sick, I only see the black/red, Silver, and black/blue options at every dealer and the actual Kawasaki website
It's the base model. This is the whiteish/silver matte model. It looks really white in the sun. I'm not sure if this is the silver version you're talking about but I have heard this colorway is sometimes hard to find.
If you're planning on sticking with the bike. I'd say se version. But if you prefer just a basic bike to ride and commute. The base version works great as well!
@@phage6982 SPAUTO Motorcycle Side Mirrors, Adjustable Stealth Mirrors Fit for 2018-2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 400/650 ZX10R/ZX6R/ZX-636 Honda CBR600RR/CBR1000RR Wind Wing Mirror Rotating a.co/d/0th0qeC These are the exact ones I got. You do have to play with the angles and I also heard quality of it varies. Mines does tend to move here and there so retightening some screws are a must from time to time!
@@phage6982 definitely could help but I'll be honest and say sometimes I move it purposely towards me when I have the itch to "Go" lol so I decided I wouldn't loctite it lol. I would say it does hold pretty steady from MY experience but I'm only one reviewer. I do think the look tradeoffs is worth it. You just have to play with your angles so you can see where you want to see and understand where your blind sides are. I usually turn my whole body to check when I'm changing lanes or turning anyways so I rarely use my mirrors.
Lot's of quality issues with the Ninja 500. Seems the rolled it out too fast. I guess they tried to complete against the CFMOTO 450SS. Ninja 500 isn't even a 500cc bike, but it's a 451. Kawi really messed this up. The Ninja 400 was super reliable and a big seller for them.
Haven't heard of any quality issues with the ninja 500. I have heard of issues for the cf moto and aprilia tho lol but we won't go there. The ninja 400 was a great seller of course, but its been out for awhile. Also it's not like they kept making the 400. It's discontinued. So why not make a small upgrade? Also, just so you're aware. If we're really talking 400cc bikes. The zx4r/rr is out there.
@@Motorcycledailies I can tell you right now. That both cfmoto and aprilia 457 for some reason has had battery drainage issues lol. Don't get me wrong, you can probably just jump start it and it'll work for awhile until you have to again.. but it's brand new.. it shouldn't (that much). Also I'm a big advocate for the 450cc class in general. You can't go wrong with any of em!
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I Wish i would've cut this video more. This was my first "serious" video so sorry for not cutting all the empty in between talking lol
still a good vid bro you did a great job. Stay safe✌
@@PopeBadman Thanks my guy! You too! I know you'll be enjoying that beast of a bike!
@@Sayo.451 Yeah man shes been great so far i was actually looking at the Ninja 500 before i got it. Both platforms are great for mastering the basics though.
keep it
@@Sayo.451btw in some part of the video, your camera is showing a red shade at the right side of the video. Just helping you out if you don’t know or not.
your a safer rider than most other youtube chanels. most other riders aren't leaving enough space in front of them and they don't drive the speed limit.
@@wes2469honestly I do speed on my bike, but I speed when I have big openings and i dont speed in inner cities. When there's traffic or signs of cars nearby. I chill and roll with traffic. I see alot of bike crashes that occur because bikes don't give enough space and aren't expecting thr worst. I get it, cars shouldn't be doing that anyways.. but at the end, it's your job to take care of yourself. So I always ride safe
I've absolutely fallen in love with this bike and it's my dream ! Bc of a recent epilepsy diagnosis I still have to wait 5 years to get a licence but best belive it's gonna be for this one ! I'm exited to save up for it and finally get on it 😂
@shadowtales1963 this bike is the ultimate best all arounder. It gives you a little of everything all whole being comfortable! You're going to love it so much.
I hope everything goes well and smooth for you! Best wishes!
Man this video was so relaxinggg
@@HomelanderIsSick now that you mentioned it. I went back and watched it and I do agree with you lol. Very calm
@@Sayo.451😌❤
awesome video, trying to get into riding. So gonna save up enough to get ninja 500
Thanks! It's a whole new world. Don't rush it. If I could go back to feel what it was like to be on a motorcycle again for the first time, I would.
I have short in seam and absolutely love my 40th 500. 4500km on her and no issues. I'm about to fit Road 6 tyres so I won't be selling mine anytime soon (196kmh top speed on mine and I am thinking of going 2 teeth bigger on the rear to see if it will rev limit in 6th)
@@jamesgeorgevellavella1961 I'll probably be on mines for another two years or so. Maybe will keep to teach others as well!
I love your bike! Hoping to get a ninja 500 when i graduate (depending on what’s out in that year) Love your videos dude!
@@Grace-d3y glad you like it!. I have a stupid obsession with bikes now lol so get ready for that once you get on one. Anything on 2 wheels will do! Excited for you and thanks alot!
thank you that means a lot, of course keep making great videos!
Absolutely love myn. But next season I’ll be on my brand new white with red rims zx6r baby!!!
@@Qrides nice! I'm excited for you! Zx6r is definitely the next bike I'd upgrade to as well once I do. Don't know when the day will be or if it does or not but I'm excited for you!
@@Sayo.451 u as well brother I can’t wait to feel and hear the power of that screaming inline 4.
I'm from Brazil and I recently bought a Ninja 500. And I must say that the sound of your motorcycle's exhaust is incredible. What model do you use? Can you share? And the wind shield? Where did you buy it?
I run a full TOCE exhaust. It rumbles and gives a deep growl. I currently have the db killer in atm. Also the windscreen is fun aliexpress. I have videos on the exhaust and links posted on my other videos of the windscreen
@@Sayo.451 Thank you very much. And sorry for the English, I'm using a translator
@@Sayo.451 I watched your video about the windshield, I looked a lot on Aliexpress but I couldn't find it. Do you happen to have his link?
@@henriqbdo
www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805986863322.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.3.6339NRxrNRxr40&algo_pvid=292e6b16-3144-4b75-ac0b-d39488a8e2b1&algo_exp_id=292e6b16-3144-4b75-ac0b-d39488a8e2b1-1&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21159.99%2194.39%21%21%21159.99%2194.39%21%40210307c017280788288467982e6a12%2112000036121052404%21sea%21US%216100268165%21X&curPageLogUid=L4gJdOYrXt1z&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A
hopefully this works.
OMG I love your video and your bike hopefully one day I can afford one like urs
I love the design of the ninja 500, really sporty and 2024 style, btw does ur insta360 fall🤔
@@apryctic I haven't used it enough just yet. I just got it like couple days ago. However I did get up to 100mph and it did just fine. So far lol
No way found someone that rides in my area with a good camera and mic setup and riding my soon to be bike as well!!! New to the hobby, hoping to find people in the area doing content creation.
@@CJZiegler motorcycle content is definitely a bit stale here haha! Ride safe!
I own a 95 ninja 500 goshhh i love the older bike so much torque
@@Opmaleficent8426 the older ninja 500s are true 500ccs! Ours is just a name grab version! Lol I do wish these new ninja "500s" were true to the name!
@Sayo.451 ohh I know I can't wait to pull mine back out its been little cold n icy to ride also 10 bucks for a full tank insane also the bike looks remarkable healthy n sounds amazing for a bike thats almost 30yrs old
How much was the 500 after taxes and everything? Im looking to put 2-3k down on one
Im 5 flat, inseam 27, I jut bought ninja 500 2025 as my first bike. im learning with that bike. And I lowered it for 4 inches. Hopefully once I am better in riding I can put it back on its original.
@@katiekit1216 it takes a little bit to get use to. My inseam is the same. I would like to lower it just bit but I'm so use to it now that I'm just rolling with it. Good luck and ride safe!
Hello, thx for the video. I'm still hesitating between the Ninja 500 or CBR500R as a beginner bike. How did you removed 20 pounds to it ? The weigth aspect might make me go for the Kawa over the Honda
@@Platon1111 I swapped the tail tidy(the huge license plate holder that sticks out in the back) and I took off the stock exhaust! Also a few more stuff but I don't remember at this moment if being honest! Haha. The weight forsure is a big factor and deciding between these two. The lightness of the ninja 500 just makes me feel so comfortable and confident doing anything. From reversing, slow u turns.. leaning and such. It all just feels so easy
how abt the honda CBR 500? i kinda like the color scheme
@@okYisisyis the cbr500 benefits off its reliability. Honda is all that needs to be said.. however the price of the cbr500 is what kind of kills me.
@@Sayo.451 Frick you! I have free will. Im gonna buy a ninja h2 as a beginner
@@okYisisyis 😆 lmao
+50 lbs, + $1200 USD, in exchange for its weight it gets larger dual disk front brakes and USD forks. I doubt there's any appreciable improvements to either handling or braking vs the Ninja 500.
always goated
Where did you buy the helmet?
My helmet is the rymic sr6 from Amazon! It's surpringsly pretty good
The cfmoto450 was what I forgot.... I think I forgot it because it's a pretty good bike too so there wasn't much to pick on except how reliable the brand is and just like the KTM, idk anything about it so I won't assume lol
can i get a link to the windscreen?
hope this works!
www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805986863322.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.5.6339gZo0gZo0Lx&algo_pvid=9ee07239-603d-48d7-b2a3-b2a739696bac&algo_exp_id=9ee07239-603d-48d7-b2a3-b2a739696bac-2&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21159.99%2194.39%21%21%21159.99%2194.39%21%402101fb0e17282468076051020e6ea0%2112000036121052404%21sea%21US%216100268165%21X&curPageLogUid=v7GsM07FIqmL&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A
How about getting a used Ninja 400 in 2024?
@@genjiplays-i1i definitely cannot go wrong with a used ninja 400. You can probably find some used ninja 500s right now for similar price depending on location. But the ninja 400s and 500s are very similar with the ninja 500 just pulling a bit faster
what carmera are you using?
@@circofx dji osmo action 4! Amazing camera. I haven't even been able to work out the best settings yet. Still playing around with it. Other youtubers perfected it way better than what I've can so far
I'm going to the dealership later today to check it out, how much did you pay in the end for it? I'm new to this and really want a ninja 500, they quoted me through email for about 7.5k
@@sayvory depending on dealership fees and not, that comes to about right. You can probably find cheaper dealerships or you might run into more expensive ones. My base model abs was quoted on the phone at 6.4k out the the door but it definitely didn't end up to that lol. It did come around 7 something. But I pulled the trigger because I didn't have real road experience and it was close to my home so I bought it due to the location of the place. But I don't think that's a bad price. Like I said tho, I'm sure you can finder better deals if you shopped around longer.
Did you get the ABS or the base 500?
I got the ABS version.
I bought the black n red one
Nice! That's the SE version. Basically the best version of the ninja 500!
Not sure about the 500 being a beginner but def a light weight 375 lb bike yes.
I have seen people go out of control on a full size 110 cc bike and crash because they have NO idea how a throttle works.
If you dont have the mental capacity to control a throttle, you should not be on a bike.
Is a ninja 500 a big difference from 400
@@mrvjekii if you ask people who are really into statistics and such, they'll probably tell you yes.
But if you ask every day casual riders like me - it just pulls a bit faster. Imo of course.
Love my ninja 500. I got a cheap Amazon exhaust for $100. Took the baffle out and it’s LOUD. Always turning heads lol
Honestly, On a parallel twin motor - most exhaust sounds very similar. Kinda why i went for the full Toce exhaust. Gives a deeper rumble to it. I started on the leo vince gp corsa evo slip on and if i could go back, I'd probably get like the istunt slip on or whatever lol. Now my $250 slip on just sits in the garage and i dont wanna sell it just incase.
Turning heads like wtf is that shit sounding bike lmfaooo
I’m from Taiwan ❤
Too shame we got different specs for ninja 500 here,we got 45.4 hp¹ @ 9,000 rpm and 42.6nm @ 7,500 rpm
Yeah, I heard the U.S got the best version of the ninja 500s! It's a shame because this bike is lovely! Everyone deserves to have it at full potential. The restrictions makes almost no sense as it's not even that big. Ride safe brother!
Australia got the same crap with 45Hp instead of 51hp. I'm hitting 196 TOPS and thinking of going up 2 teeth on the rear sprocket
Typically the US will get bikes that are inferior to their Euro spec equivalents if that makes you feel any better.
@eikonise very true. I was shocked when I heard u.s had the better version of the ninja 500 because u.s has the restricted version of the zx4rr lol
Exhaust link?
@@christaguacta6675
It's a toce full exhaust.
Checkout my mods video with links for any other mods.
ua-cam.com/video/BjNDsUaLIdo/v-deo.htmlsi=DK-Tr4PmAng2_BNV
Lol I'm also vertically challenged and the 650 is perfect for me😂😂
How'd you get it in that color? It looks sick, I only see the black/red, Silver, and black/blue options at every dealer and the actual Kawasaki website
Also, if it's the SE or not, I'm debating between models lol
It's the base model. This is the whiteish/silver matte model. It looks really white in the sun. I'm not sure if this is the silver version you're talking about but I have heard this colorway is sometimes hard to find.
If you're planning on sticking with the bike. I'd say se version. But if you prefer just a basic bike to ride and commute. The base version works great as well!
How are the mirrors? Got a link?
Sorry I didn't see this. I'll try to remember to link it tomorrow!
@@Sayo.451 No worries. I'm not in a hurry ;)
@@phage6982
SPAUTO Motorcycle Side Mirrors, Adjustable Stealth Mirrors Fit for 2018-2023 KAWASAKI Ninja 400/650 ZX10R/ZX6R/ZX-636 Honda CBR600RR/CBR1000RR Wind Wing Mirror Rotating a.co/d/0th0qeC
These are the exact ones I got. You do have to play with the angles and I also heard quality of it varies. Mines does tend to move here and there so retightening some screws are a must from time to time!
@@Sayo.451 Something like locktight?
@@phage6982 definitely could help but I'll be honest and say sometimes I move it purposely towards me when I have the itch to "Go" lol so I decided I wouldn't loctite it lol. I would say it does hold pretty steady from MY experience but I'm only one reviewer. I do think the look tradeoffs is worth it. You just have to play with your angles so you can see where you want to see and understand where your blind sides are. I usually turn my whole body to check when I'm changing lanes or turning anyways so I rarely use my mirrors.
whats ur pipe?
@@BaguioUnravel I'm running a full Toce Exhaust.
I wish I would have bought a 650
Well, when you do or if you do upgrade, I recommend going towards the 600cc suportsport class. Just in my opinion though
@Sayo.451 yeah I think that's the perfect medium.
@@capt.crunch1276 100% agree. I dont ever see myself on a 1000cc bike tbh. Either the 600cc or a R9 lol
is it mph or kmh
Mph
Same bike and same gloves, great minds think alike!
@@courtesycourt lol yes ziirrr!
FIRST
instructions unclear...i ended up with an RS457😶
😂 and you not wrong at all for that. That's whats great about the 450 class right now. Can't go wrong with any of em!
@ You really can’t bro it has everything you need for the street without worrying about possibly yeeting yourself into oblivion 😂
i crashed mine lol
@@hoesay7619 dam lol sorry to hear!
Kwikasfuki lol
Haha glad you thought that was funny. I always get a kick out of it when I walk to my bike. Makes it even more funny considering it's a 450cc lol
Lot's of quality issues with the Ninja 500. Seems the rolled it out too fast. I guess they tried to complete against the CFMOTO 450SS. Ninja 500 isn't even a 500cc bike, but it's a 451. Kawi really messed this up. The Ninja 400 was super reliable and a big seller for them.
Haven't heard of any quality issues with the ninja 500. I have heard of issues for the cf moto and aprilia tho lol but we won't go there. The ninja 400 was a great seller of course, but its been out for awhile. Also it's not like they kept making the 400. It's discontinued. So why not make a small upgrade?
Also, just so you're aware. If we're really talking 400cc bikes. The zx4r/rr is out there.
@@Sayo.451*but we wont go there* go there. tell us what issues the aprillia 457 and ctmoto have..
@@Motorcycledailies what's the issues with the ninja 500?
@@Motorcycledailies I can tell you right now. That both cfmoto and aprilia 457 for some reason has had battery drainage issues lol. Don't get me wrong, you can probably just jump start it and it'll work for awhile until you have to again.. but it's brand new.. it shouldn't (that much). Also I'm a big advocate for the 450cc class in general. You can't go wrong with any of em!
Are the issues with the ninja 500 in the room with us? 😹
Been on the fence about either getting an R3 or Ninja 500 but my decision is made!🫶
When it comes to the ninja 500 vs the R3, the ninja 500 comes out on top 90% of the time imo. Love both tho!
What an ugly looking bike!
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